Engineering Technician Fire & Gas Detection

About the Department

At Novo Nordisk we are helping to improve the quality of life for millions of people worldwide. For more than 100 years we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our newer Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) facility in Clayton NC sits on 825000 square-feet of state-of-the-art equipment and houses the Fermentation Recovery and Purification in the production of ingredients for Novo Nordisks innovative oral products. At API youll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk you will find opportunities resources and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Monitor & operate equipment troubleshoot identify improvements & assist in maintenance & optimization of assigned equipment systems for the API-US facility focused on fire suppression & gas detection systems. This role will perform calibration preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance focused on fire & gas systems; while also supporting other parts of black utilities as needed. Incumbents perform routine technical tasks independently. This role will require gowning up in our sterile/cleanroom areas. This role is on a Monday-Friday schedule.

Relationships

Reports to Senior Manager Technical Support

Essential Functions

• Monitor process control systems & operate assigned process areas & equipment
• Frequently makes decisions of minor importance which may affect the work operations of other employees &/or clientele to a moderate degree
• Troubleshoot maintain & identify system improvements
• Provide technical support for site projects operations & maintenance as required
• Adhere to all Quality & Environmental & EH&S regulations within area of responsibility
• Support technical development of Utilities & Maintenance Technicians
• Continuous process improvement using cLEAN concepts
• Support the maintenance & establishment of SOPs/ standards for processes/equipment & maintenance plans
• Coach/Train production operators related to relevant processes & equipment
• Support all design installation commissioning qualification training activities for assigned area
• Develop & implement reliability driven maintenance & monitoring plans & practices including oversight of third-party service providers
• Other accountabilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in mechanical electrical or industrial engineering/technology or equivalent combination of education & experience required
• Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience in engineering engineering technology design technology or a related field required
• Knowledge & experience in the operations maintenance & design of utilities &/or bulk chemical storage equipment required
• Experience working in a regulated environment (FDA cGMP OSHA) preferred
• Proficiency in Black Utilities Clean Utilities &/or RMS systems to include: purified water clean steam process air boilers chillers compressors cooling towers waste systems chemical storage & distribution systems solvent distillation required
• Prior qualification/work experience required
• Ability to read/review design drawings (CAD) with a basic understanding of P&ID PFD electrical systems & equipment schematics preferred
• Understanding of technical documents such as URS SAT FAT Commissioning & Validation Protocols preferred
• Understanding of complicated equipment manufacturer supplied documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to high-level concepts preferred
• Computer literacy with associated systems. Working knowledge of process control systems (i.e. Delta-V & Siemens BMS) preferred
• Organization/Planning: Proven expertise in planning/organization/execution of project & maintenance activities following up on results & revising the work plan for complex problems being resolved by cross functional teams preferred.

Physical Requirements

Moves equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. Routinely operates & inspects manufacturing equipment using hands. Strap & unstrap pallets using hands. Must be able to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May require corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder. May be required to work at elevated heights. Occasionally works around odorous &/or hazardous materials. May be required to wear latex gloves. May perform critical job functions in extremely cold work environments depending on site. May position oneself within confined spaces for inspection if required of the role. Ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protection. May be required to secure a motorized vehicle license & operate a motorized vehicle based on the role.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk were not chasing quick fixes were creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years weve been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of whats possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives seek out bold ideas and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together were making healthcare more accessible treating and defeating diseases and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us you become part of something bigger a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race ethnicity color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local state or federal laws rules or regulations.

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